午前
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Noun meaning 'morning' or 'A.M.', used to specify time before noon. Often paired with hours, e.g., 『午前七時』 (gozen shichiji, '7:00 A.M.').
Theme
In a casual chat at a café, User and their colleague Yoshiko discuss their morning routines and work schedules.
午前
ごぜん
morning, A.M.
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Memory Hook
Think of 'go-zen' as 'go' (like 'go' in the morning) and 'zen' (sounds like 'zen' meditation, often done in the morning). 'Go-zen' — time to go and meditate in the morning!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『午前』 (gozen) is commonly used in schedules, train timetables, and appointments to indicate A.M. hours. For example, 『午前九時』 (gozen kuji, '9:00 A.M.') is standard for morning meetings or events.
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Base: 午前Noun meaning 'morning' or 'A.M.', used to specify time before noon. Often paired with hours, e.g., 『午前七時』 (gozen shichiji, '7:00 A.M.').